Certified Industrial Control Panel Technician

Certified Industrial Control Panel Technician Certification

Prepares individuals to succeed as a control panel technician in modern production environments, with skills in electrical wiring, installing control wiring in an electrical panel; installing wiring into limit switches, solenoids, and pressure switches; and understanding the importance of correct wire size, material, and insulation.

Prepares individuals to install and test/commission electrical motor control circuits using these electrical components: 

• Control cabinet enclosures
• 3-phase AC motors 
• Reversing magnetic motor starters with overloads 
• Control relays
• Timer relays 
• Pushbutton switches 
• Selector switches 
• Limit switches
• Pressure switches 
• Indicators
• Electro-pneumatic solenoid valves
• Safety disconnect switches, and circuit protection 

Additionally, individuals will perform industrial maintenance with a focus on using mobile/cloud technology, performing preventive maintenance, analyzing machine history, reducing downtime, and using basic troubleshooting skills.

The 80-hours program covers various topics in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, including work area safety. 

This training provides a comprehensive background to the technical aspects of control panel building in modern manufacturing. Passing students will receive industry-recognized certifications from the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA).